Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Since my first batch of foundation samples from Joppa and Fyrinnae didn't work, I ordered again but with different finishes and shades so I can see which one is best, I also got a few baggy samples from Buff'd Cosmetics. I also wanted to try Fyrinnae's Oil Control Powder and Rice Powder Primer so I will see how those work out and of course report my findings to you ladies!

The Fyrinnae foundation, "Sunstone" Super Power Foundation is great for those who need a lot of coverage, however I found it to be just a tad bit too cakey for me, as I don't need too much coverage, so I ordered samples of the same shade and in "Sheen" and "Matte" Finishes to compare (haven't done it yet) as well as their other shade "Ametrine" just in case it's off a bit.

I REALLY like Joppa Minerals, the coverage and lasting power is AMAZING!!!! (For me anyway), and I am just loving the airbrushed look it gives (sorry I haven't taken any pics, i've been bumming it M-F), but i'll do a fotd using their foundation and maybe you can see what im talking about...thanks Nikki and Mhean for suggesting to try Medium #3, Erica (best friend) said she didn't even notice I was wearing foundation! LOL, so I guess it was a perfect match to my skin, and I thought so too. So that just might be my perfect shade.

Frankly, I don't have time to mix my own foundation as much as I used to, so as much as I have enjoyed Silk Naturals because it allowed me to customize my shade as well as give me exceptional coverage, I just want something now that's already ready to go.

I wanna try the other samples I got just in case, and then once I am done and made a decision, I can go ahead and order a full-size of it!

Here are all of the Pure Luxe Eyeshadows I have and swatches! These were APPLIED DRY, NO BASE. Enjoy! (they are in name, open jars, and swatch form), sorry I spelled "Rococo" wrong! I was too lazy to double check! LOL.

thanks for all those swatches! I have a few of them, but there are a few that you swatched that may have to be added to my collection, haha. I love using smug/tickled for pink looks, and rococo makes a great eyeliner for more subtle looks :)

Hey Vanessa, did the other joppa foundations work for you as well? Medium #2 & Medium Light #3? I'm so glad you did a post on this because I was about to order some of their samples. I think we're the same skin tone NC 30? lol.

yey! a match with Joppa ~ woot! for once i enabled you! :D it is my HG MMU foundie love love love it! ;) did you get their Finishing Silk too? it's my fave finishing powder, i only tried Sheer but i find it too light (as it is white) so i want to try Medium. give it a try if you can. ;) enjoy your day gorgeous! :-*

Hey Nessa, just thought you might wanna know that Pure Luxe's Bubblegum Ballz Collection is the same as TKB Trading's Pop Collection... except with TKB you get more product for a cheaper price. :) Just thought you might be interested. :)

hi Vanessa!Girl, I'm so loving these absolutely brilliant colors. Can't wait to see what kinds of eye looks u come up with on these :)Wish I din't have a conservative workplace where even a tad of green liner makes me feel out-of-place... then I could really have some fun with beautiful shades like these.

Wee! You're becoming a mineral makeup addict, welcome to the club! =) I can use Joppa Medium-Light#3 but it's a tad dark so I mix it with Light #3. I love Joppa as well, though some asians don't like it because it has a slight pink cast, but it's not noticeable on me. LOVE the color selection. Do try Aromaleigh e/s, you'll love 'em, very pigmented.

OMG!!!!! These colors are fabulous! Thanks for sharing. I've been staying away from the mineral products because I know it will be a new addiction but, I have to order those blushes they are hot, hot , hot

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